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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1934
Page
4
Christmas concerts, tree lights, and church gatherings mark a festive week in Texarkana. Mrs Case and local groups organize music programs at First Presbyterian and other venues while residents plan visits, shop, and share holiday greetings across families and clubs.
Louisiana State University rallied from a 14 point deficit to edge Oregon 14 to 13. Ernie Seago kicked the decisive extra point after Abe Michal’s placement and a late Mickal to Barrett pass set up the final score. Oregon led 18 to 0 early before LSU surged back with a pair of Mickal passes and a late Pathervee TD to seal the win.
Emmet Washington and Guernsey teams meet in Hope at the Avmors Building. Washington senior boys, led by coach Kelly, stand undefeated and rely on 6 foot 3 inch height. Emmet’s Phil Ups tops their scoring as the rival cagers face the lanky Rowe and veteran Emmet lineup. Guernsey, a strong sextet, seeks wins after two meetings this season. Junior pairings frame a full Wednesday night bill starting at 7 p.m.
Tense confrontation on the LSU sidelines as Coach Jones and Senator Long clash over team control amid a close 14 to 13 win against Oregon. Jones threatens resignation after a confrontation over Long’s interference and pep talks. Long defends his role, while university officials deny knowledge of any resignation.
The speech by Mr. Pope condemns rising crime and urges criminal justice reforms. He cites cross state witness issues and criticizes verbose indictments and juror ignorance rules, arguing for streamlined processes and expanded state jurisdiction over nonresident witnesses. Public opinion is stirred by the call for change.
Hollywood notes report Dick Powell, after 18 years away, will skip his usual multiple shows this Christmas. He says he will visit friends and his Little Rock parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ewing Powell, who are wintering in California. Powell also comments on crime, urging law enforcement to heed public demand for swift punishment to curb crime nationally.
A historical report outlines a proposed Arkansas law to reform perjury by splitting it into first and second degrees. First degree carries heavy penalties and potential flag, while second degree becomes a misdemeanor with jail and a small fine. The measure aims to deter false testimony by increasing perceived punishment and improve evidence handling. The committee plans a statute binder with prosecutorial assent to defend.
The article notes that many states have allowed judges to conduct trials without a jury in noncapital cases, citing California Maryland Connecticut and others. It argues this saves time and money and cites crime commissions and recommendations in multiple states including Arkansas Indiana Ohio Wisconsin and Rhode Island. It also discusses proposed changes to spousal testimony laws and the current rigidity in Arkansas compared with other states.
On Wednesday December 14 at 1 30 p m a meeting will organize a new association for Missionary Baptist churches. All churches wishing to elect messengers may attend to join the effort and participate.
New York Giants owner Bil Tory indicates no major changes after off season trades. He backs George Davis return for centerfield and praises Hank Leiber, Marl Koenig, Leon Chagnon, Allyn Stout, and Dick Bartell as key contributors while maintaining faith in the current roster. Meanwhile Eddie Collins and Joe Cronin depart with brief exchanges about trades and player value.
The council discussed three optional old age pension schemes for states to meet federal standards. A compulsory plan would require employer and employee contributions to a state pension fund. A contributory plan would see both sides pay into a general fund. A voluntary plan would let employees pay monthly for insured retirement. A federal subsidy could bolster contributory and compulsory funds, with additional recommendations on hospitalization and no vote on health insurance proposals.
Arkadelphia, Ark Dr Flora Myera Gillenting head of education at Henderson State Teachers College is a candidate for president general of the D A R selected as a noted person age among those asked to submit a life sketch for American Women who’s who The members are chosen by a committee on merit and achievement Evangeline Booth Amelia Earhart Helen Keller Mary Roberts Rinehart and others are listed in the Who’s Who portion of the publication
The author argues the sectional spirit resists surrender to distant federal control and that public economy demands resisting Washington oversight. They claim Arkansas’ state property tax is broken and unfair, favoring the rich while a sales tax would hit all, with school funding largely from teachers’ salaries staying in local economies.
Santa Monica Cal Clara Bow redhaired screen star and pace setter of cinema gives birth to a seven pound son Sunday Rox Bell Miss Bow s husband and
An account from Washington describes a cafe gathering with Mrs Ida Wisewhit Movies and others as they discuss meals and drink. A segment notes a satirical claret served and a playful exchange about food, while a 4710 a m hospital birth in Santa Monica is reported with both mother Miss Bow and her son in excellent condition.
In the Western District of Arkansas Texarkana division the case of Charles H Cratchfield a bankrupt No 8 102. A first meeting of creditors will be held at Willis B Smptl Texarkana on January 11 1935 at 10 o clock. Creditors may attend prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and address exemptions. Texarkana Ark 32-47-34.
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